Program Overview

Molecular Spectroscopy and Diffraction

The course comprises two modules:

• Module 1: Theory, 6.5 ECTS
• Module 2, Laboratory exercises, 1 ECTS The course will cover fundamental aspects of molecular spectroscopy, and diffraction. Techniques based on these principles are important to all fields of chemistry.

About the Course

Molecular spectroscopy is primarily focused on optical spectroscopic information arising from either atomic movement -- such as infrared or Raman spectroscopies -- or electron transitions between different molecular orbitals. You will learn basic group theory to understand and predict IR and Raman spectra on a fundamental level, and to use symmetry to construct and use molecular orbital diagrams for polyatomic molecules, in order to predict and understand electronic transitions in molecules. Electronic transitions in d-block elements will also be covered.

Course Details

• Type: Course, first cycle
• Study pace: Full time
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Language: English
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Application code: UMU-56010

Eligibility and Selection

• Eligibility: Fundamentals of Chemistry, 15 ECTS, or the equivalent.
• Selection: Academic credits

Application and Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 19,038
• Total fee: SEK 19,038

Course Schedule

• Starts: 1 September 2025
• Ends: 30 September 2025

Additional Information

The course will be given in English on request. Umeå University is certified as a Healthy Campus, with many initiatives that promote health and well-being. The university is also ranked #1 globally in the main categories of Living, Support, and Overall Satisfaction.